Description

Azidopalmitic Acid is a specialized fatty acid derivative featuring an azide functional group, making it a valuable click chemistry reagent and a versatile synthetic intermediate. Its unique bifunctional structure allows for efficient bioconjugation and the synthesis of complex lipidated molecules. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in pharmaceutical development, proteomics, and materials science, particularly for labeling, cross-linking, and creating novel biomaterials.

Application

• Click Chemistry Reagent: Used in copper-catalyzed azide-alkyne cycloaddition (CuAAC) reactions for bioconjugation and labeling of biomolecules.
• Lipid Probe Synthesis: Acts as a key intermediate in the preparation of metabolic labeling probes and fluorescent lipid analogs for cellular imaging.
• Protein Modification: Facilitates site-specific lipidation or PEGylation of peptides and proteins to alter their pharmacokinetic properties.
• Polymer Functionalization: Enables the introduction of reactive handles onto polymer backbones for creating advanced functional materials.
• Glycoconjugate Research: Used in the synthesis of azide-labeled glycolipids for studying cell surface interactions and immune responses.
• Chemical Biology Tool: Serves as a building block for activity-based protein profiling (ABPP) and other chemoproteomic applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	Azidopalmitic Acid
CAS No.	112668-54-9
Molecular Formula	C₁₆H₃₁N₃O₂
Molecular Weight	297.44 g/mol
Synonyms	16-Azidohexadecanoic Acid; ω-Azidopalmitic Acid; 16-Azidopalmitic Acid; Azidohexadecanoic Acid; Palmitic Acid, 16-azido-; N3-C16 Acid; Hexadecanoic acid, 16-azido-
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Quality Control

Our Azidopalmitic Acid is produced under stringent quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, NMR for structural confirmation, and FTIR for functional group verification. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, ensuring traceability and compliance with your research or production specifications. Our quality system is designed to support applications requiring high-purity chemical intermediates.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at 2-8°C. This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and light-sensitive; prolonged exposure to ambient conditions or light may lead to decomposition. For long-term stability, consider storage under an inert atmosphere.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95%
Melting Point	40 - 45 °C
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0 %

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.